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Swati Maliwal assault case: Court extends judicial custody of Bibhav Kumar till July 16
Tis Hazari court extended Bibhav Kumar's custody till July 16 in Swati Maliwal assault case. Kejriwal's aide, produced via video conferencing. Delhi High Court, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, found the plea maintainable and issued a notice seeking city police's response. The alleged May 13 assault occurred at Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence. Order reserved May 31.
'Conman' Sukesh Chandrasekhar gets bail from Bombay HC in 2015 cheating case
Chandrasekhar was arrested in the case in May 2015 under Indian Penal Code and Maharashtra Protection of Interest of Depositors (in Financial Establishments) Act for allegedly floating a bogus firm called 'Lion Oak Indian' and launching various investment schemes that promised 20 per cent monthly returns apart from rewards like Tata Nano car, gold coins etc.
Maharashtra govt tables bill to curb malpractices in competitive exams; provides for jail term, fine
Under the bill, the offences related to the conduct of competitive examinations shall be cognisable, non-bailable and non-compoundable. According to the bill, those found indulging in unfair means and offences in the conduct of competitive examinations shall be punished with imprisonment for a term not less than three years, which may be extended to five years and with a fine of up to Rs 10 lakh.
New criminal laws may help reduce jail overcrowding
The new criminal laws, known as BNSS, aim to address jail overcrowding by offering leniency to first-time offenders. Bail conditions have been revised, with reduced maximum detention periods. Jail superintendents now have the responsibility to assist in bail applications. These changes prioritize the human rights of prisoners.
Amritpal can't leave Delhi: Parole order
During his stay in the national capital, neither Singh nor his relatives or family members can make a statement in any form of media, according to the conditions laid down in his parole order issued by the district magistrate of Punjab's Amritsar from where he was arrested on April 23 last year.
Andrew Jury cause of death: How did 33-year-old MAFS NZ, New Zealand reality show star die at Auckland jail?
Andrew Jury, the MAFS NZ star, has died at a prison in New Zealand at the age of 33 years. The cause of death has been cited by jail official and police of that country.
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A democracy where you can abuse a politician - & not be jailed?!
The informal yet respectful dynamic between the public and politicians in Britain reflects a unique form of democracy. Unlike the VIP treatment in India, British politicians face direct questions and criticisms, fostering a more transparent and accountable political environment that ultimately strengthens the democratic process.
Pakistan court rejects appeals by Imran Khan & wife to suspend sentence in illegal marriage case
A Pakistan district court rejected the appeals of former prime minister Imran Khan and his spouse Bushra Bibi to suspend their sentences in the illegal marriage case, known as the Iddat case. They were sentenced to seven years in jail and fined Rs 500,000 each on February 3 for marrying during the iddat period, which is the mandatory waiting period after a Muslim woman's divorce or husband's death.
Darshan’s die-hard fan travells 500 km on tricycle to visit him in jail
Darshan was arrested on June 11, Tuesday in relation to the suspected homicide of Renukaswamy, a 33-year-old assistant pharmacist from Chitradurga. Reportedly, Darshan recruited members from one of his fan clubs to kidnap the autorickshaw driver. A total of 17 individuals have been detained in connection with this case. Darshan and three others will be held in judicial custody until July 4.
This is not the 1st time Darshan has been jailed: Kannada star was imprisoned a decade ago
The former 'Majestic' star, now imprisoned in Parappana Agrahara jail in Bengaluru for orchestrating the brutal murder of a fan named Renuka Swamy, had been incarcerated at the same facility 13 years earlier for assaulting his wife, Vijayalakshmi.
'Apology too late': Indian-origin UK officer after being jailed for 12 years during pregnancy for stealing
Seema Misra, a former Post Office manager wrongly jailed for theft over faulty software, has rejected the apology from the engineer whose evidence convicted her. Misra's case, overturned in 2021, highlights the faulty Horizon IT system scandal. Apologies from the engineer and former Post Office officials have been dismissed by Misra, who served time while pregnant. The UK government is compensating affected sub-postmasters and has introduced legislation to exonerate the wrongfully convicted.
Radical preacher Amritpal Singh fails to take oath as MP
Amritpal Singh, jailed in Assam, missed taking Parliament oath. His father awaits govt response for temporary release. Singh defeated Zira after evading arrest in Jalandhar, arrested later for causing disharmony in Moga.
Hinduja family members get jail term for to up to 4.5 years for exploiting servants; family issues statement
Hinduja family members jal: A Swiss criminal court has sentenced four members of the wealthy Hinduja family to between four and 4 1/2 years in prison for exploiting their domestic workers. The court, however, dismissed more severe charges of human trafficking. The family members were accused of exploiting mostly illiterate Indian workers at their Geneva villa, including withholding passports, paying in Indian rupees instead of Swiss francs, and imposing long working hours under restrictive conditions.
UP: SP MLA, four others gets seven years in jail for setting woman's house ablaze to grab land
Samajwadi Party MLA Irfan Solanki, his brother Rizwan Solanki, and three others sentenced to 7 years for setting fire to a woman's house in a land dispute.
Rapper Sean Kingston and mother arrested in Florida: Facing charges of $1M fraud
Rapper and singer Sean Kingston, along with his mother Janice Turner, have been arrested in Florida on charges of committing over a million dollars' worth of fraud. The charges include organized scheme to defraud, grand theft, identity theft, and related crimes. They are accused of stealing money, jewelry, a Cadillac Escalade, and furniture.
Amritpal Singh & Engineer Rashid voted to power: What does rule book say on incarcerated MPs?
The Election Commission declared the results of the Lok Sabha polls on Tuesday. While radical Sikh preacher Amritpal Singh won Punjab's Khadoor Sahib seat, terror financing accused Sheikh Abdul Rashid, also known as Engineer Rashid, emerged victorious on Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla seat.
AAP alleges Kejriwal weighed thrice in Tihar jail with different machines, not provided cooler
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal surrendered at Tihar jail after his interim bail. AAP leaders alleged he was not provided a cooler in his cell and his weight was measured thrice in a 'conspiracy'.
Maharashtra: 1993 Mumbai bomb blasts accused beaten to death inside Kolhapur jail
A 70-year-old convict serving a life sentence in the 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts was beaten to death by five inmates in Kalamba Central Jail. Munna, a life-sentenced convict, was convicted of the attacks that claimed 257 lives and injured over 1,000. The police team is investigating the incident, with the attackers identified as Bablu, Pratik, Ruturaj, Sourabh Vikas Sidh, and Dipak Netaji Khot. Further details are awaited.
Trump warns jail time could be 'breaking point' for supporters
In an interview aired Sunday on Fox News, the former president and current Republican White House hopeful acknowledged the possibility that he could be handed jail time or a period of home detention at his sentencing on July 11. "I'm ok with it," Trump said, but added he was "not sure the public would stand for it."
Is Donald Trump going to Rikers Island jail? From Tupac Shakur to Berkowitz, famous criminals served there
From Tupac to Lil Wayne, Rikers Island jail is a complex where some notorious as well as famous personalities have landed while serving their respective sentences. Here are some latest updates about Donald Trump and his imprisonment issue.
Will surrender on June 2; take care of my old, ailing parents: Arvind Kejriwal to supporters
Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, announced on Friday that he plans to surrender on June 2, emphasizing his resolve not to yield even if faced with harassment in jail. Granted interim bail by the Supreme Court until June 1 for his Lok Sabha election campaigning, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) continued his campaign across Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Delhi, and Maharashtra after his release from custody.
Indian immigration agent pleads guilty in international students fraud case in Canada; sentenced to three years in jail
Brijesh Mishra, an Indian immigration agent involved in a scam issuing fake college admissions to Indian students to obtain Canadian visas, was sentenced to three years in jail after pleading guilty in a Vancouver court. Mishra, 37, was linked to fraudulent acceptance letters for Canadian colleges provided to students between 2016 and 2020. Arrested in Surrey, BC, in June 2023, he apologized for his actions and expressed remorse. Mishra will serve an additional 19 months, having already spent time in custody since his arrest.
SP leader Azam Khan gets 10 years of jail in 2016 forced eviction case
Samajwadi Party leader Mohammad Azam Khan was sentenced to 10 years in prison for forcibly vacating and demolishing a house in Dungarpur eight years ago. The Special MP/MLA Court also fined him Rs 14 lakh. The court found Khan guilty of conspiracy, while co-accused Barkat Ali received a seven-year sentence and Rs 6 lakh fine. Ali faces additional imprisonment if he fails to pay. Khan, already in Sitapur jail for other convictions, lost his UP Assembly membership in 2022 due to a hate speech case.
SP leader Azam Khan's wife released from jail after getting bail in fake birth certificate case
Tazeen Fatima, wife of Samajwadi Party leader Mohd Azam Khan, was on Wednesday released from Rampur district jail after getting bail from the Allahabad High Court last week. The Allahabad High Court had on May 24 granted bail to Azam Khan, his wife Fatima and son Abdullah Azam Khan in the fake birth certificate case.
Will Donald Trump be sent to jail if he is convicted by Manhattan court? Here are details
Each of the 34 felony falsification of business records charges that Trump is facing carries a sentence of up to four years in prison and a $5,000 fine. He has pleaded not guilty in all these cases.
SP leader Azam Khan, family granted bail in fake birth certificate case
Allahabad High Court grants bail to Azam Khan, wife, and son in the forgery case. Azam Khan's sentence is stayed, but they remain in jail. Azam Khan is in Sitapur Jail, Abdullah Azam is in Hardoi jail, and Tazeen Fatima is in Rampur jail.
Pune Accident: 17-year-old could face 10-year jail term as police pursue maximum penalty
Pune police are taking strong action in response to a tragic incident involving a 17-year-old boy driving a Porsche Taycan, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. The police are seeking an adult trial for the teenager, who does not have a valid license or training for the vehicle. Despite being released on bail by the Juvenile Justice Board, the police are pursuing charges under more stringent sections of the IPC, which could result in a maximum sentence of 10 years. Additionally, the police have registered cases against the pub owners for serving alcohol to minors and are investigating allegations of favoritism at the police station.
Baramulla: In jail since 2019, Engineer Rashid declares assets increased, liabilities reduced in five years
Abdul Rashid Sheikh, an independent candidate from the Baramulla Lok Sabha seat, has reduced his liabilities and increased assets in the last five years, according to his poll affidavit. His assets are now valued at Rs 1.55 crore, including a 41,072 sq ft non-agriculture land in Langate and a house in Srinagar worth Rs 90 lakh. Rashid, a science graduate with a diploma in civil engineering, has declared a home loan and a Kissan Credit Card loan as liabilities.
Chhota Rajan's first photograph emerges after nine years, stirring controversy and security concerns
The recent revelation dispelled speculations surrounding his alleged demise during the Covid pandemic or concerns about his health. However, its release has reignited apprehensions of potential attacks on him while incarcerated, prompting heightened vigilance from intelligence agencies.
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